Eileen Higgins marked her first 100 days as Mayor of the City of Miami on Monday, highlighting early actions aimed at making city government more efficient, improving service delivery, and advancing key infrastructure and housing initiatives.
“Over these first 100 days, we have set a new standard: show up, do the work, and deliver results you can see,” Higgins said. “None of this happens without the City employees who keep Miami running, and the support of my colleagues on the City Commission. I am proud we have stepped up with urgency, brought new ideas to the table, and found innovative ways to get to yes for residents and businesses. We have strengthened leadership at City Hall, reopened critical infrastructure Downtown, and made services like permitting faster and more predictable. There is more to do, but Miami can count on this: we will keep moving with urgency and keep delivering for residents.”
During her first 100 days, Higgins moved quickly to strengthen leadership and accountability at City Hall, including appointing James Reyes as City Manager to oversee day-to-day operations with what the administration described as urgency and clear performance standards.
The mayor also relocated her office to the Administration Building to work more closely with city employees, with the goal of improving coordination, communication, and follow-through across departments.
The Higgins administration also focused on streamlining city services, particularly the permitting process. New tools now allow homeowners to access same-day permits for small projects, while commercial property owners can apply for year-long permits for routine repairs, aimed at reducing delays and improving predictability.
Environmental initiatives were also part of the administration’s early actions. Higgins moved to phase out single-use plastics and Styrofoam at city facilities and events, a step aimed at reducing litter and protecting Biscayne Bay.
In addition, Higgins helped return the historic Tower Theater to Miami Dade College, preserving the cultural landmark for future generations.
Infrastructure improvements were also highlighted, with another section of Flagler Street reopening after years of delays. The reopening is expected to improve traffic flow and support small businesses, particularly as the city prepares for increased activity ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
Affordable housing has also been a priority, with Higgins pushing to accelerate new groundbreakings and openings, with the goal of turning affordability discussions into completed housing units for residents.
Throughout her first 100 days, Higgins said she has met with residents, commissioners, and city employees across departments to identify challenges, remove barriers, and improve service delivery across neighborhoods.
City officials said the administration plans to continue focusing on efficiency, infrastructure, housing, and environmental initiatives as Higgins moves into the next phase of her term.
